Encroachment a 'growing menace' in Odisha, says high court

The Orissa High Court has highlighted systemic failures in curbing public land encroachment, citing official negligence and corruption. Dismissing an appeal by a bus employees union against eviction, the court stated that unauthorized occupation, even for union activities, lacks legal sanctity and constitutional protection.

Encroachment a 'growing menace' in Odisha, says high court
The Orissa High Court has highlighted systemic failures in curbing public land encroachment, citing official negligence and corruption. Dismissing an appeal by a bus employees union against eviction, the court stated that unauthorized occupation, even for union activities, lacks legal sanctity and constitutional protection.